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enSunderland bounce back to beat DarlingtonEmanuele Giaccherini scored twice as Sunderland fought back from two goals down to beat Darlington 4-2.http://www.fourfourtwo.com/news/sunderland-bounce-back-beat-darlington
Sunderland had to battle back from 2-0 down to beat Darlington 4-2 in Thursday's pre-season friendly, in which Emanuele Giaccherini netted twice.
Dick Advocaat's men made a sluggish start at Heritage Park and trailed to Stephen Thompson's goal after just eight minutes, the forward capitalising on Lee Cattermole's error to rifle home from 20 yards.
Adam Mitchell doubled the hosts' advantage 10 minutes later, latching onto a long ball and finishing with confidence.
A strong Sunderland side featuring the likes of Jermain Defoe, Connor Wickham and Adam Johnson eventually started the comeback when Giaccherini converted from close range.
Danny Graham scored the leveller early in the second half following a jinking run, but Darlington were proving spirited opponents and spurned the chance to regain the lead when Thompson's penalty was saved by Vito Mannone.
That miss proved costly when when Wickham made it 3-2 just past the hour mark, with Giaccherini grabbing his second from outside the box soon after.
Advocaat, who signed a new one-year deal at the Stadium of Light last month, will now take his side to the United States to continue their pre-season preparations.news_articleThu, 09 Jul 2015 20:37:59 +0000Anonymous415690 at http://www.fourfourtwo.comGiaccherini out for majority of seasonEmanuele Giaccherini looks set to miss the majority of the rest of the campaign as he continues to struggle with a troublesome ankle injury.http://www.fourfourtwo.com/news/giaccherini-out-majority-season
The Italian midfielder has been beset by fitness problems this season, making just four starts for Gus Poyet's side.
Giaccherini last featured in the FA Cup fourth round replay against Fulham earlier this month, but faces a battle to play any further part before the end of the 2014-15 campaign.
"Emanuele is going to be out for a while," Poyet told the club's official website.
"It is incredible that he had a big injury after the Burnley game and it took him a while to come back, and then when you think everything is good he had another knock in the same area on the same bone and now it is going to take a little bit longer.
"He is practically going to be out right until the end of the season which is unfortunate for us, but we wish him well and I want to say a full recovery - not a quick one - so that we can count on him next year.
"He was like a new player in pre-season.
"I was happily surprised and I was really thinking about somehow finding a place for him in the team, so that was my challenge.
"He showed it at the start of the season and when he came back it was a different way because it was from an injury, but at Fulham he also showed something special and then he got a kick.
"Let's say that it is a season to forget for Giaccherini, so we just need to make sure he feels perfect for next season."
news_articleWed, 25 Feb 2015 15:52:27 +0000Anonymous350658 at http://www.fourfourtwo.comInjured Sunderland trio out for another month​Sunderland head coach Gus Poyet expects Emanuele Giaccherini, Ricky Alvarez and Sebastian Coates to be sidelined for another month.http://www.fourfourtwo.com/news/sunderland-trio-out-month
ForwardGiaccherini has been out of action since picking up an ankle injury in the 0-0 draw with Burnley last month, while midfielderAlvarez picked up a knee problem in training last week and defender Coates has been limited to one appearance in the League Cup against Stoke City due to an ongoing thigh problem.
The trio are set toremain unavailablefor Sunderland'supcoming Premier League fixtures with Southampton, Arsenal and Crystal Palace.
Poyet told Sunderland's official website: "We have got a couple of little problems with Ricky Alvarez and Emanuele Giaccherini especially, plus a little bit with Sebastian Coates.
"We think they are going to be out for around a month or so, so it is going to be around that limit, maybe one of them a little bit longer.
"It is not nice because Ricky was getting better and better and Giaccherini was a very, very important piece of our squad for this year.
"But the squad need to stand up and players need to come into the team and do well to make sure that when they are back it is going to be difficult for them."
news_articleThu, 09 Oct 2014 11:57:56 +0000Anonymous265670 at http://www.fourfourtwo.comGiaccherini backs defective BalotelliItaly midfielder Emanuele Giaccherini feels Mario Balotelli has a role to play despite not being included in Antonio Contes first squad.http://www.fourfourtwo.com/news/giaccherini-backs-defective-balotelli
Balotelli, who joined Liverpool from Milan last month, was not a part of the 27-man squad for the 2-0 friendly win over Netherlands on Thursday.
The former Manchester City man will also miss their opening Euro 2016 qualifier against Norway on Tuesday due to suspension.
Despite Balotelli's absence and his "defects", Giaccherini is convinced that the infamous forward can force his way back into the reckoning.
"That decision was down to the coach," the Sunderland said.
"Mario is a great player who can be of use to the Nazionale in future, even though he has a few defects.
"There's nothing to say he won't be here next time."
Conte, who replacedCesare Prandellifollowing Italy's poorWorld Cup campaign, spoke highly of Giaccherini previously and the 29-year-old seemed relieved at the former Juventus coach's appointment.
"Of course the fact Conte thinks so highly of me is a responsibility," he added.
"The game against Holland on Thursday was the one that meant the most to me since I went into the Nazionale. As long as the coach gives me the opportunity to play, I will always be happy and at his disposal.
"I will admit when Conte was announced as the coach of the Italy squad, I thought I'd have a better chance [of being picked]."
news_articleSun, 07 Sep 2014 14:38:13 +0000Anonymous247251 at http://www.fourfourtwo.comGiaccherini hurt in Sunderland friendly winEmanuele Giaccherini limped off with an apparent groin injury as Sunderland defeated Real Betis 2-0 on Thursday.http://www.fourfourtwo.com/news/giaccherini-hurt-sunderland-friendly-win
On an evening that saw Jack Rodwell make his first appearance for Gus Poyet's side, Giaccherini was forced off in the first half.
Sunderland went on to claim victory at Bishop Auckland's Heritage Parkthrough late goals from Steven Fletcher and Connor Wickham, but will now await news on whether Giaccherini will be fit to feature when the Premier League season gets under way next weekend.
In front ofAlan Irvine, the head coach of opening-day visitorsWest Brom, Sunderland were made to work for victory against opponents who had also gone down by a two-goal margin against Stoke City 24 hours earlier.
Betis predictably named a much-changed line-up from the one that featured at the Britannia Stadium, while Sunderland handed starts to Rodwell and Santiago Vergini, the latter having rejoined the club on a season-long loan earlier in the day.
Rodwell proved an influential figure prior to his withdrawal at half-time and saw a goal ruled out for offside in the 20th minute.
Sunderland continued to enjoy the better of proceedings after the interval and were eventually rewarded as Fletcherfound the netwith 11 minutes remaining.
Wickham duly followed his fellow striker's lead, firing home from the edge of the area to seal victory.
news_articleThu, 07 Aug 2014 21:19:20 +0000Anonymous226717 at http://www.fourfourtwo.comGiaccherini motivated by Italy World Cup snubSunderland midfielder Emanuele Giaccherini is determined to put in a strong season next term after his FIFA World Cup snub by Italy.http://www.fourfourtwo.com/news/giaccherini-motivated-italy-snub
The diminutive winger was called into Cesare Prandelli's provisional 30-man squad, but will play no part in Brazil, after failing to impress the former Fiorentina boss.
Despite being cut, Giaccherini has no ill-feeling towards his international boss and hopes to come back in fine form next term and work his way back into contention/
"I was getting called-up into the national team until March," Giaccherini said.
"It's normal that I expected to be in Prandelli's 30, but the boss made his assessments, and I always thank him for what he has done for me
"I'm a bit disappointed because everyone wants to play in the World Cup, but even though I won't be on the pitch I will cheers for Italy, and always support the Azzurri.
"I do hope to get back into the national team.
"For me it's an honour."
news_articleFri, 13 Jun 2014 08:04:00 +0000Anonymous191732 at http://www.fourfourtwo.comGiaccherini quashes talk of Sunderland exitItalian midfielder Emanuele Giaccherini has no intention of leaving Sunderland after just one season in the Premier League.http://www.fourfourtwo.com/news/giaccherini-quashes-exit-rumours
Giaccherini has been linked with a return to his homeland throughout the campaign, despite only joining Sunderland from Serie A champions Juventus in August.
Italian sides Fiorentina and Genoa have been credited with an interest in Giaccherini, but the 29-year-old Italy international told TuttoJuve.com that he wants to remain at the Stadium of Light after coach Gus Poyet preserved Sunderland's top-flight status.
"It's still early for me to be thinking about my future," said Giaccherini, who scored four goals in 24 appearances as Sunderland avoided relegation by five points.
"I am on holiday but my intention is definitely to remain at Sunderland.
"I am happy at the club and when it is the right time I will talk to the boss in order to hear his thoughts on my role.
"I have three years of contract and I want to remain in the Premier League, wearing this shirt."
Giaccherini was a high-profile signing at the start of the season, joining Sunderland on a four-year deal during Paolo Di Canio's brief tenure in charge.
news_articleSat, 24 May 2014 04:05:26 +0000Anonymous179020 at http://www.fourfourtwo.comGiaccherini insists hes ready for World CupEmanuele Giaccherini insists he is ready for a FIFA World Cup call-up despite a difficult season with Sunderland.http://www.fourfourtwo.com/news/giaccherini-im-ready-world-cup
The former Juventus midfielder has fallen short of expectations since moving to the Premier League, though he did help the Stadium of Light outfit stay up against the odds.
He has been a regular fixture for Italy under Cesare Prandelli since making his debut in June 2012 and insists he is raring to go in Brazil if he gets the call.
"Prandelli knows me like few others, he knows the player that I am," the 29-year-old toldCorriere dello Sport.
"He called me to the national team against criticism from all, he gave me every confidence and even in making my debut against Spain in Euro 2012.
"I chose England and have had some difficulties, I do not hide it. But I have not had a wasted season, I am fine now, physically I am ready.
"In short, I am available. That said, the choices from Prandelli will be the right ones for the national team, that is for sure."
Giaccheriniis also keen to remain at Sunderland. He added: "My future? Yes I really want to play here again. I still have a three-year contract, I'm fine where I am."
news_articleMon, 12 May 2014 14:49:07 +0000Anonymous171366 at http://www.fourfourtwo.comPoyet coy on Giaccherini futureSunderland head coach Gus Poyet has refused to be drawn on the future of Emanuele Giaccherini amid rumours of a return to his native Italy.http://www.fourfourtwo.com/news/poyet-coy-giaccherini-future
Giaccherini arrived at the Stadium of Light on a four-year deal from Italian champions Juventus in the close-season, but the attacking midfielder has endured an indifferent debut campaign In England, making just 16 Premier League starts.
With Sunderlands top-flight status hanging by a thread, reports have suggested Giaccherini could cut short his stay on Wearside, with Serie A duo Fiorentina and Genoa reportedly ready to offer the 28-year-old an escape route.
However, Poyet believes it is soon to discuss the Italy internationals future, especially with the season yet to reach a conclusion.
Its too soon to be talking about that (Giaccherinis future) because nobody knows really, he toldThe Hartlepool Mail.
Im surprised theyre talking about it so early, because the season isnt finished.
Giaccherini has become increasingly isolated from Sunderlands first-team plans, making just one Premier League start since New Years Day, and was not even among the substitutes in the clubs last two top-flight fixtures, which resulted in defeats to West Ham and Tottenham.
Explaining Giaccherinis omission, Poyet added: When I planned the team (for West Ham and Spurs) I changed the bench a little bit.
Normally, I would always put on a couple of strikers, couple of midfielders, a full-back and a centre-back - depending on the shape.
But I think its time to take a risk. Were trying to make the bench in a certain way and sometimes we have three strikers on there.
news_articleSat, 12 Apr 2014 09:15:26 +0000Anonymous152901 at http://www.fourfourtwo.comGiaccherini still has role to play, insists PoyetGus Poyet says Emanuele Giaccherini remains an important member of the Sunderland squad despite not featuring against Crystal Palace.http://www.fourfourtwo.com/news/giaccherini-still-has-role-play-insists-poyet
The Italian arrived at the Stadium of Light at the start of the current campaign and has made 18 appearances in his debut season, but he was not even in the matchday squad last weekend.
Head coach Poyet confirmed the 28-year-old was not injured, but remains adamant he will play a crucial role in helping Sunderland secure Premier League safety, particularly after Steven Fletcher suffered an ankle injury against Palace.
People will ask why Giaccherini wasnt even on the bench; hes an Italian international and I know, it hurts, Poyet told the Northern Echo.
I need him. Maybe he doesnt believe me, but I need him, because now if Fletch (Steven Fletcher) is not available then maybe we will need Giacchi there.
And then he needs to help us, and Im sure he will because hes a great professional.
He will be sad because he will probably think it was an opportunity lost for him, but we will need everybody.
Fletcher is expected to miss a large part of Sunderlands run-in and his anticipated absence could lead to Giaccherini featuring at Norwich City this weekend.
news_articleTue, 18 Mar 2014 09:16:50 +0000Anonymous139582 at http://www.fourfourtwo.comGiaccherini not seeking Sunderland exitMidfielder Emanuele Giaccherini has no intention of leaving Sunderland despite falling out of favour at the Stadium of Light.http://www.fourfourtwo.com/news/giaccherini-not-seeking-sunderland-exit
Expectations were high when the Italy international made a big-money move from Juventus in July, but his first season in England, which begun under the management of Paolo Di Canio, has not gone to plan.
Giaccherini has not featured in the Premier League since a 1-0 home defeat to Aston Villa on New Years Day and the 28-year-old was linked with a return to his homeland last month.
Head coach Gus Poyet did hand the 28-year-old a start in Saturdays FA Cup win over Southampton and the former Juve man is confident that he still has a big part to play.
I want to stay here, he told The Sunderland Echo. Im happy here.
The gaffer has to do what he thinks is right and choose the best team. Its important that I train well and make the most of my chance when he asks me to start.
(Fabio) Borini and (Adam) Johnson have both been playing well too. The important thing is Sunderland, not me.
We have a lot of games now and it will be difficult for us to play every three days. But there are 25 players here.
The gaffer has made a big difference and he knows when to use which players and change the team for the games.
We saw that against Southampton. There are a lot of good players here and the gaffer can look at things for the next game.
news_articleWed, 19 Feb 2014 12:47:29 +0000Anonymous125450 at http://www.fourfourtwo.comGiaccherini not eyeing Juventus returnSunderland winger Emanuele Giaccherini is not entertaining thoughts of returning to Juventus, his agent has insisted.http://www.fourfourtwo.com/news/giaccherini-not-eyeing-juventus-return
The Italy international departed the Turin giants for England in the close-season, and has made 19 appearances in Sunderlands stuttering season, scoring three times.
With Gustavo Poyets side rooted to the bottom of the Premier League, and rumours that the 28-year-old has not settled on Wearside, some reports had linked him with a move back to Antonio Contes Serie A champions.
But his representative,Furio Valcareggi, dismissed any notion of a return, claiming his client is more than happy with life in the north east of England.
I read the news but, in all honesty, I havent seen any evidence, he told calciomercato.com.
First of all, I dont understand how he would be a target for Juventus, who are out of the Champions League.
Secondly, contrary to what I keep hearing, the player is having a great time at Sunderland, and his family are very happy in England.
Most importantly, the English club do not want to lose the player.
Ive also spoken with Giaccherinis family and no one is aware of any interest from Juventus.
Giaccherini made 52 appearances in a two-year stint with Juventus prior to his Sunderland move, netting six goals.
news_articleSun, 29 Dec 2013 11:44:57 +0000Anonymous98760 at http://www.fourfourtwo.comGiaccherini happy at Sunderland, says agentThe agent of Sunderland midfielder Emanuele Giaccherini insists the Italian is not seeking a January move to his homeland.http://www.fourfourtwo.com/news/giaccherini-happy-sunderland-says-agent
The 28-year-old moved to the Stadium of Light from Juventus in the close-season and is thought to be attracting the attentions of new Inter president Erick Thohir.
But the player's representative, Giulio Marinelli, believes Giaccherini has no desire to leave the Premier League strugglers.
"Emanuele is happy in England, he has settled well both in the team and in in the English way of life," he is quoted as saying by TuttoMercatoWeb.
"The Premier League is a beautiful championship, perhaps the best in Europe. The stadiums are great and the quality of life is exceptional.
"The only drawback at this time is the team's performance but the squad is good and I am convinced that they will climb up the table.
"His personal goal is still to go to the World Cup."
Questioned about the links to Inter, Marinelli added: "Now, these are just baseless rumours."
Sunderland are currently bottom of the Premier League and winless in four.
news_articleWed, 11 Dec 2013 14:57:35 +0000Anonymous92999 at http://www.fourfourtwo.comPoyet consoles Giaccherini after missSunderland manager Gus Poyet defended Emanuele Giaccherini after the striker's glaring miss in the 0-0 draw with Aston Villa on Saturday.http://www.fourfourtwo.com/news/poyet-consoles-giaccherini-after-miss
The Italy international somehow managed to scoop the ball over the crossbar from two yards with the goal gaping after being picked out by Phil Bardsleys knock down on the stroke of half-time.
It left Sunderland without a goal in their last five away matches in the Premier League but they did climb off the foot of the table.
After the game, which ended the visitors run of five consecutive away league defeats, Poyet shrugged off the miss as an occupational hazard.
Hes so sad, he said. He doesnt stop thinking about it and saying sorry but thats football and things happen for a reason sometimes.
Poyet went on to underline the positives his side can take from the result.
For us it was our best performance away from home because we made it difficult for them, he said.
We were brave on the ball, we created two or three very good chances so for a team down at the bottom playing away from home I dont think its too bad.
Maybe we deserved three points today but I want that team on the pitch every week and if its going to be like that well win plenty of games.
The Uruguayan defended his sides gritty performance although they did come closest to breaking the deadlock on two occasions, with Giaccherinis miss and Fabio Borinis second-half header, which crashed off the bar.
Theres always been something missing but today overall we defended well and with the ball we played our way, he said.
We need to play and try to maintain the pace of the game, sometimes its slow but well play quicker when we get better.
Its our way of playing, I dont think you can say its good or bad its just a way but for us its very important to control the game if we can.
Were off the bottom, a clean sheet away from home, with no own goals, no sendings off, no mistakes.
I asked for that before the game, I said, give me a normal game away from home.
news_articleSat, 30 Nov 2013 18:45:22 +0000Anonymous89533 at http://www.fourfourtwo.comPoyet: Giaccherini is in Sunderland plansSunderland manager Gus Poyet insists Emanuele Giaccherini remains firmly in his first-team plans.http://www.fourfourtwo.com/news/poyet-giaccherini-sunderland-plans
The Italy international was part of former boss Paolo Di Canio's close-season recruitment, signing a four-year deal after moving from Serie A champions Juventus.
Giaccherini has started seven games for Sunderland in the Premier League this season, but was omitted from the starting line-up as the team picked up their first league triumph of the season in a 2-1 win over rivals Newcastle United on Sunday.
Inter are reportedly interested in taking the 28-year-old back to Italy, but Poyet envisages Giaccherini will have a big role at the Stadium of Light this season.
"He is frustrated, he is not happy, but he is a very good professional," he said.
"It's difficult for him to take being out of the team, but I'm expecting Giacci (Giaccherini) to be ready.
"He will play, a lot. I can't give him everything he wants because he wants to play every game for 90 minutes but he will play a big part for us.
"We're trying to make sure every single player who came here in the summer really adapts to the club. We have to become one football team and not 25 individuals."
Poyet refused to be drawn on Inter's links to the midfielder, but admitted he will discuss the futures of several members of his squad during the upcoming international break.
He added: "We will wait for them (Inter). We don't make any comments before it happens because there are too many rumours in football.
"During the international week I'm going to sit down with the people from the club, give my opinion on the whole squad and every single player and we'll analyse and then we're going to move forward."
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